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Compare train and bus for Santiago de Compostela to Ciudad Real
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Ciudad Real among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $99 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 10h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $99, while a train costs an average of $99.
Distance: 361 miles (581 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$99 Average price Cheapest | $159 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 43m Average total duration Fastest 10h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Other travel options to Ciudad Real take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 58m.
Tickets start at around $99 (€80) compared to roughly $159 (€129) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $60 (€49). The journey takes 10h 13m versus 7h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Santiago de Compostela to Ciudad Real by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Ciudad Real is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
4:26 PM23h23Santiago de Compostela3:49 PMCiudad Real$881One-way1 transfer
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4:26 PM23h23Santiago de Compostela3:49 PMCiudad Real$881One-way1 transfer
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7:48 AM8h01Santiago de Compostela3:49 PMCiudad Real$1011One-way1 transfer
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Other travel options to Ciudad Real take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 58m.
- Around 1 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Santiago de Compostela and Ciudad Real as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Travel with AVE, Renfe Viajeros to go to Ciudad Real by train.
- Travel with MonBus, Alsa to go to Ciudad Real by bus.
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